Executive Director of Services Location: Bournemouth (Hybrid role)
Contract: 4 days per week
Are you an ambitious, visionary leader with experience across specialist education and adult social care?
We are proud to be working in partnership with a leading charity to recruit an Executive Director of Services - a newly created, high-impact role at a pivotal moment in the organisation’s growth journey.
This is a rare opportunity to join an executive team and help shape the future of an organisation that is transforming support for people with autism.
Provide strategic direction and operational leadership across education and adult social care services.
Lead on in depth service evaluations to drive continuous improvement and development.
Lead service transformation initiatives, championing innovation, particularly in the use of digital solutions.
Identify opportunities for business growth via acquisition and development.
Oversee budgets, performance, and business development projects.
Embed a values-driven, high-performance culture across all service teams.
10+ years’ senior leadership experience in Specialist Education and Adult Social Care.
~ In depth knowledge of Ofsted and CQC regulations.
~ A proven track record in change management and strategic oversight.
~ Values-led approach aligned with inclusion, innovation, and meaningful impact.
field@gilbertmeher.